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The article announces the 2025 Grammy Award nominees which include singer-songwriter Billie Eilish, rapper Kendrick Lamar, and songwriter Amy Allen.

The article features the 2025 Grammy Award nominees which include The Beatles rock band, singer Sabrina Carpenter, and rapper Kendrick Lamar.

The article highlights various top music business schools across the United States and globally, showcasing their unique programs and industry connections. Schools like NYU, Belmont University, and Howard University offer specialized programs with a focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion in the music industry. The schools prioritize experiential learning, internships, and networking opportunities to prepare students for successful careers in the music business. The article emphasizes the importance of industry partnerships, faculty expertise, and real-world experiences in shaping the next generation of music industry leaders. [Extracted from the article]

Luis R Conriquez, also known as the King of Corridos Bélicos, is a prominent figure in the Mexican music subgenre corridos bélicos. His album Corridos Bélicos, Vol. IV has achieved success on the Billboard charts, and he has collaborated with various regional Mexican and Latin artists. Conriquez's journey to success was challenging, but his passion and determination have propelled him to the top. Despite facing censorship due to the controversial nature of corridos, Conriquez remains committed to making music and inspiring the next generation of regional Mexican artists. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses the year-long release of pop artist Charli xcx's sixth album "brat" in 2024. Following the launch of the album in June, Charli released a remix of the track "Girl, so confusing" featuring Lorde, the "Guess" remix featuring Billie Eilish, then a remix album titled "Brat and it's completely different but also still brat" featuring reimagined songs and special guest artists. Charli has earned seven Grammy Award nominations for "brat," which is also her highest-charting title.

The article features Annie Clark, better known as the shape-shifting rock musician St. Vincent. Topics include code-switching, a concept of changing one's behavior to suit an uncomfortable environment, brief personal background of Clark, early beginnings of her singing career, and achievements of Clark.

The article explores the potential of beverage company Coca-Cola to dominate the music charts by releasing original songs by popular artists in collaboration with Coke Studio, record labels and partner Universal Music Group. It considers the effectiveness of the strategy of Coke Studio and Coca-Cola in attracting younger demographics. It highlights the success of The Conductor music project of Coke Studio and Coca-Cola, as well as Coca-Cola's model of developing and underwriting music.

The article features Billboard's 2024 Latin Women in Music. These include Kobalt Music senior vice president of creative Leslie Ahrens, Warner Music Latin American senior vice president of business and legal affairs Giselle de Armendi, Sony Music chief operating officer Maria Fernandez, Sony Music U.S. Latin senior vice president of commercial partnerships Nerea Igualador, and Universal Music senior vice president of marketing for Fonovisa Disa USA & Mexico Martha Ledezma.

The article focuses on South African singer-songwriter Tyla and her efforts to bring amapiano music and popiano, a hybrid of pop, rhythm and blues and Afrobeats, to the masses. It highlights the success of the song "Water," which earned a Grammy Award nomination and led to her global recognition. It considers amapiano as an element of how Tyla represents South Africa in her craft. It describes Tyla's development as an artist, how "Water" gained popularity, and the making of her "Tyla EP" album.

The article announces the recipients of the American Association of Independent Music's (A2IM) 2024 Libera Awards, that include "I Killed the Dog" by L'Rain as Record of the Year, Dead Oceans as Label of the Year, and Fuga as Distributor of the Year.

The article features singer-songwriter Tate McRae. A background is provided on the earlier music career of McRae. It highlights the success of Mcrae's 2022 debut album "I Used to Think I Could Fly," as well as her collaboration with fellow songwriters Ryan Tedder, Amy Allen and Jasper Harris for her second album "Think Later," as her creative process shifted. Focus is given on the social media success of the music video of the song "Greedy," which McRae performed and choreographed.

The article discusses the chart success of Sabrina Carpenter's songs "Espresso," "Please Please Please" and "Taste" from her album "Short n' Sweet" in 2024. The songs were included in the top 10 of the Billboard Hot 100 chart from September 7 through October 26, making her the first artist in the current decade to achieve a run of as many as eight weeks with at least three simultaneous top 10s on the chart. She has earned her first Grammy nominations for "Espresso" and "Please Please Please."

The article focuses on the increase in demand for glam professionals in the music industry. Topics discussed include the cost of hiring a glam team for an artist, the glam professionals' views on this increase in demand, and business managers' perception of the importance of the glam team to an artist.

The article discusses how the South Korea-based Japanese girl group Xtraordinary Girls (XG) has created a distinct brand of Korean popular music (K-pop) and is gaining a global fan base. Topics discussed include the members of the group including Harvey, Hinata and Juria, the amalgamation of hip-hop, dance and rhythm and blues in the group's music, and how XG is making music that diverged from the traditional music of K-pop to build a global audience.

The article features Mexican rapper Peso Pluma. It describes the versatility of Peso Pluma when it comes to his creativity in writing and making music. It highlights the music collaborations of Peso Pluma with young artists to help grow the culture of regional Mexican music, including corridos tumbados rapper Natanael Cano, sierreno powerhouse Junior H, and corridos singer Luis R Conriquez. Focus is given on the goal of Peso Pluma to globalize Mexican music.

The article announces that singer Bailey Zimmerman has received the 2023 Country Rookie of the Year award from the journal.

Ten2 Media, co-founded by George Karalexis and Donna Budica, specializes in YouTube strategy, offering services such as content creation, royalty collection, and audience growth strategies. They work with mainstream clients like Warner Records and have helped artists like Brent Faiyaz and NLE Choppa succeed on YouTube. With the rise of YouTube Music and Shorts, Karalexis and Budica believe YouTube has a strong future and emphasize the importance of understanding the platform's unique ecosystem for artists' success. [Extracted from the article]

Teezo Touchdown, the 2024 R&B/Hip-Hop Rookie of the Year, has gained recognition for his unique style and genre-defying music. Inspired by artists like Lil Yachty and Morrissey, Teezo incorporates elements of rock and R&B into his sound. He has opened for Tyler, The Creator and Travis Scott, and has collaborated with artists like Drake and Doja Cat. Despite his rising fame, Teezo remains humble and focused on creating music that is "undeniable." He is currently working on his next project while preparing for a tour with Don Toliver. [Extracted from the article]

The article focuses on the return of popular music megastars in 2022 following years of universal uncertainty due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Topics include the release of new music albums by big artists such as Adele, Beyoncé and Lamar after years of being dormant as recording artists, the return of artists such as Taylor Swift, Doja Cat and Jack Harlow with new material in 2022, and part of the reason popular music was top-heavy during the year.

An interview with rapper Bad Bunny about his global stardom is presented. Topics include his two sold-out stadium shows in November 2022 in Buenos Aires, Argentina wherein he lost his voice, his being Billboard's top artist of the year in 2022 based on his ranking on the Billboard 200, Hot 100 and Boxscore, his feeling about his sold-out concert at the Yankee Stadium in New York, and his thought about his same rank with the "Encanto" soundtrack at number one on the Billboard 200 music chart.

The article features Colombian singer-songwriter Maluma. Topics covered his career background, how he soared to international fame and how he built a business empire through myriad industries, including visual production, clothing and music streaming. It also cites the launch of his record label, Royalty Records, and his album "The Love & Sex Tape."

Kendrick Lamar's song "Not Like Us" is a contender for song and record of the year nominations at the Grammy Awards. Despite being a diss track aimed at Drake, the song became a popular anthem and reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100. The Grammy Awards have recognized diss tracks in the past, such as Drake's "Back to Back" and LL COOL J's "Mama Said Knock You Out." Lamar's success with the Grammy Awards in the past makes it likely that "Not Like Us" could receive nominations. Additionally, Lamar's other diss track "Euphoria" may also be recognized in the rap categories. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses the history and evolution of music videos, starting from the first MTV Video Music Awards in 1984 to the present day. It highlights the impact of music videos on the music industry and how they have transitioned from television screens to mobile phones and the internet. The article also mentions the influence of MTV on the popularity of new wave music and the rise of handheld devices as a new way to distribute and consume music videos. Additionally, it discusses the shift from traditional television channels to online platforms like YouTube for music video consumption. [Extracted from the article]

The article focuses on augmented reality (AR) innovations being developed by technology company Snap Inc. with the use of its platform Snapchat. Topics discussed include the use of the platform by attendees at the Lollapalooza Chicago music festival in Illinois from July 28 to 31, 2022, the dominance of Snapchat and Snap Inc. in AR, the company's partnership with concert giant Live Nation to being AR to festivals and concerts, and the launch of Snapchat's feature Sounds.

The article features queer artists forging new paths for LGBTQ+ musicians. They include opera star Anthony Roth Costanzo, singer Dove Cameron, whose single "Boyfriend" ranked No. 31 at the Billboard Hot 100 in May 2022, and Dominican rapper Tokischa. It also mentions rapper Doechii, singer-songwriter Joy Oladokun, and alternative pop trio MUNA.

The article highlights the career and accomplishments of American rapper Colson Baker, known professionally as Machine Gun Kelly. Highlights include his role in the 2019 film "The Dirt," his 2020 music recording "Tickets to My Downfall," and the Lockdown Sessions he organized during the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic.

The article features Colombian singer and songwriter Sebastián Yatra who is the voice of "Dos Oruguitas," the Oscar-nominated song from Disney's film "Encanto." Topics covered include his career background, his third album "Dharma," which debuted in February 2022 at No. 2 on Billboard's Pop Latin Albums and the opportunities Yatra took amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

The article presents an interview with American rapper Jack Harlow. Among the issues he discussed include his journey from being an unknown emcee (MC) to becoming a platinum-selling rap star, scoring his first Billboard Hot 100 with "Industry Baby," a collaboration with Lil Nas X, and his affinity for rap music and the work ethic he developed at an early age.

The article features the various nominees for the 64th annual Grammy Awards for the music industry to be held on January 31, 2022. The nominees for Song of the Year include "Bad Habits" by Ed Sheeran, "Drivers License" by Olivia Rodrigo, and "Happier Than Ever" by Billie Eilish. Also cited are the Album of the Year nominees like "Love for Sale" by Tony Bennett and Lady Gaga and "We Are" by Jon Batiste.

An interview with Canadian singer The Weeknd and his collaborators is presented about the success of the song "Blinding Lights." Topics discussed include the recognition given to the song as the No. 1 Billboard Hot 100 song of all time, 1980s music featured in the video game "GTA: Vice City," and the first poster of the film "Star Wars."

Rodrigo inherited her earliest musical obsessions from her parents: Jennifer, who is German and Irish, and Christopher, from whom Rodrigo gets her Filipino heritage. The album has plenty of drama for fans to nibble on, but what Rodrigo really excels at with these songs is building her own pop universe - something Taylor Swift, her songwriting idol, would be proud of. That buzz was hardly quashed by Rodrigo's follow-up single in April, the wistful but seething "deja vu", which appeared to be a thematic continuation of her breakout hit - down to Rodrigo's disappointed sighs in the second verse about her ex's new girl: "another actress." An industry source tells Billboard that Rodrigo's camp proposed to at least one company that it pay roughly $10 million to sign her, but Janick ended up signing her to Geffen for closer to $2 million, the source says; neither Geffen nor Rodrigo's reps commented on the terms of the agreement. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses the 2024 Grammy Award nominations of the song "Flowers" and album "Endless Summer Vacation" by Miley Cyrus and the comments by the individuals who contributed in the project. Among the collaborators are writers-producers Michael Pollack, Tyler Johnson, and Greg Kurstin. Also cited are the comments of writers Caitlyn Smith, Jenn Decilveo, and Tobias Jesso Jr. on the project.

An interview with Puerto Rican reggaetón reggae musicians Anuel AA and Ozuna is presented. They talk about their first meeting in 2015 and their new album that is scheduled for release in the near future as of January 2021. They discuss their strategy in making music together. They explain how they learn about the ins and outs of the entertainment industry, particularly in music.

The article features former K-pop band 2NE1 member CL (born Lee Chaerin) and the latest developments in her career as of January 2021. Also cited are CL's performance on "The Late Show With James Corden" where she announced her return as a solo artist, the scheduled release of her debut studio album "+ALPHA+" in mid-2021, and a brief personal history of CL.

The article reports on the rise of the song "Savage Love" by the group BTS to the number one position on the Billboard Hot 100 list as of October 2020.

The article features the family of reggae icon Bob Marley. Topics discussed include ways songwriter-musician Skip Marley interacts with his fans amid the coronavirus pandemic, remarks from Cedella Marley, chief executive officer of both the family's record label/distributor Tuff Gong International and the Bob Marley Museum, about the song "So Much Trouble in the World," an album cut from her father's 1979 album "Survival," and efforts of Marley family to raise money to help fight COVID-19.

The article presents an interview with American pop singer-songwriter Knox. Among the issues he discussed include the negative comment he got from a friend after he signed a major-label deal with Atlantic Records, the success of his track "Not the 1975" on the Billboard charts, and his approach to songwriting.

The article focuses on the popularity of television shows as a means of introducing new musical talents and promoting them in the U.S., such as "American Idol," Dick Clark's "American Bandstand" and "Unplugged" on MTV.

The article presents an interview with American singer-songwriter Kali Uchis. Among the issues she discussed include the hesitation of his father when she told him that she will quit college to become a professional musician, her break-out hit "Telepatía," that rose to No. 1 on three Billboard charts, including, both Latin and Rhythmic Airplay, and the freedom to record her longed-for Spanish-language album after signing with Interscope, a label with a long history of pushing Latin acts.

An interview with Rancho Humilde founder and chief executive officer (CEO) Jimmy Humilde is presented. He talks about his growing up years in Venice, Italy in the 1990s, particularly his love of hip-hop and artists like LL Cool J, EPMD, and Kool Moe Dee. He explains the reason why he decided to venture into the regional Mexican music business. He cites the importance of social media in the company's success.

The article focuses on the move of a number of startup companies in creating dynamic or personalized music tailored to users' functional needs, such as movements in video games, workouts, virtual reality and even the aesthetics of their Snapchat lenses. Topics covered include the gaming sector as a fertile testing ground for dynamic music, how the technology could work with augmented reality and metaverse, and the feedback from the music business on dynamic music.

The article features country musician Tanya Tucker. It provides information on her album "While I'm Livin'" which received four 2020 Grammy Award nominations, including one for song of the year. It discusses reasons behind the gaps in her musical career, as well as her reputation as the bad girl of country music.

The article profiles the nominees for the 2020 Grammy Awards to be held on January 26, 2020. They include Lady Gaga for "Always Remember Us This Way" in the Song of the Year category, Lana Del Ray for "Norman F##king Rockwell!" in the Album of the Year category, and Khalid for "Talk" in the Record of the Year" category.

An interview with Spanish singer-songwriter Rosalia is presented. She talks about the singles she released in 2019, including "Con Altura," which hit number 12 on Billboard's Hot Latin Songs chart, "Aute Cuture" and "Yo x Ti, Tu x Mi." She discusses her formal education in music, her response to criticism for being not flamenco enough or not Latina enough, and her collaboration with singer Billie Eilish on social media. INSET: Betting on Rosalía.

The article features rapper Lil Nas X, who came to international attention for his hip-hop meets country breakout single "Old Town Road," which shot to No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100. Topics discussed include signing of Lil Nas X to Columbia Records after Chairman and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Ron Perry reached out to him on Instagram, information on his second single "Panini," and how he started using the name Lil Nas X. INSET: BEHIND THAT CHARTS CALL.

The article features singer, songwriter and rapper Lizzo, who recorded "Truth Hurts" with close collaborator and producer Ricky Reed, who signed her to his Nice Life Recording Co. under Atlantic Records in 2006. Topics discussed include potential Grammy nominations for her debut album "Cuz I Love You," how her managers Kevin Beisler and Brandon Creed of Full Stop Management describe her personality, and her career background.

The article presents a profile of U.S. singer Lana Del Rey. Her fifth album "Norman F##Fking Rockwell" will be released on August 30, 2019 under the record label Interscope Records. She has performed in a number of music festivals, including the Newport Folk Festival in Rhode Island. Her music career has been managed by Ed Millett and Ben Mawson of TaP Music.

The article explores the success of American singer-songwriter SZA, born Solána Imani Rowe, in 2023. Topics discussed include the release of her album "SOS" which ranked No. 1 on record charts, how SZA ventured outside rhythm and blues (R&B) to explore other genres including pop-punk, rap and gospel, and her image as the most nominated artists at the 2024 Grammy Awards.,